need some advice on a new cpu
need some advice on a new cpu
I made a mistake by purchasing a ready-made gaming setup two years ago (no worries, I didn’t know better). I have an i7-7700 and intend to replace it. My plan is to upgrade the RAM and motherboard. I’m unsure whether to get a new 10th-gen i7 or stick with a 9th-gen i9/i7. Since this rig is for gaming and not for science projects, I prefer Intel components. The GPU was upgraded to the 2070 Super recently, and the power supply is now 650W. Let me know if that helps!
The core i7 10700k is essentially similar to the i9 9900K but at a lower price, though it's hard to locate them now at their MSRP. The 10th generation offers a potential upgrade route, possibly allowing you to modify your Intel platform without swapping the motherboard.
In three years, processors have seen significant advancements. The Ryzen 3 3300x outperforms the Core i7 7700K.
The latest 10th generation chips are powerful, yet the earlier models lag behind Ryzen's performance, and the cooling requirements are extremely high. You'll likely need top-tier fans to keep them running smoothly.